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Thinking about buying or selling in Charlotte this fall? Here’s what the latest numbers say about the Charlotte housing market, and what they mean for you. All figures below are for the City of Charlotte in September 2026, from Canopy MLS data published by Canopy Realtor® Association.
Charlotte housing market: September 2026 at a glance
| Measure | Sept 2025 | Sept 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median sales price | $417,995 | $420,000 | +0.5% |
| Average sales price | $553,346 | $599,001 | +8.3% |
| Closed sales | 1,044 | 875 | −16.2% |
| Pending sales | 952 | 860 | −9.7% |
| New listings | 1,395 | 1,364 | −2.2% |
| Homes for sale (inventory) | 3,314 | 3,827 | +15.5% |
| Months supply of inventory | 3.2 | 3.8 | +18.8% |
| Days on market until sale | 46 | 49 | +6.5% |
| Percent of original list price received | 96.1% | 95.5% | −0.6% |
Source: Canopy Realtor® Association / ShowingTime, City of Charlotte monthly indicators, September 2026. Prices don’t account for seller concessions or down payment assistance.
What this means for buyers
- More choices. There were 15.5% more homes for sale than a year ago, and supply rose to 3.8 months.
- Room to negotiate. Homes sold for about 95.5% of their original list price, and the report shows 49 days on market until sale. That gives you time for inspections and repair requests.
- Prices are holding, not falling. The median price was essentially flat at $420,000. Don’t expect big discounts across the board; the deals are home by home.
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What this means for sellers
- Fewer sales. Closed sales fell 16.2% and pending sales fell 9.7% from last September, so buyers are taking their time.
- Price it right from day one. With more competition from other listings, an overpriced home is more likely to sit. A pricing plan based on recent nearby sales matters more now.
- The average price rose faster than the median (+8.3% vs. +0.5%). That usually reflects more higher-priced homes selling, not every home gaining value, so check comps for your own street.
The statewide picture
Across North Carolina, the NC REALTORS® August 2026 report showed 5.81 months of supply, which it describes as a balanced market, with closed sales down 13.1% from a year earlier. The report also notes that homes under $375,000 remain tightly supplied, so well-prepared buyers still matter at that price point.
Thinking about a move?
I can pull the numbers for your neighborhood, set up a home search, or prepare a free home value report. Browse 28216 homes for sale or Steele Creek homes for sale, or contact me and call or text (704) 524-3529.
Otis “Anthony” Hylton, REALTOR® · Licensed in NC & SC · Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Paracle · 8809 Lenox Pointe Dr, Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28273. Data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Sources: Canopy Realtor® Association City of Charlotte report, September 2026; NC REALTORS® August 2026 NC Housing Report.
